I'm wondering what type of career I could move into in Asia-- specifically China-- after I save up a decent bit of cash from ESL/English teaching, or if I might have fucked myself and my career already. I'm in my late 20s, and do not have a degree or any relevant work experience.
I just read a ReturnofKings article where the author stated he was working in gas and oil in Indonesia, and his buddies were working in marketing and other industries. None of them have degrees. Some other bloggers I follow in China started their own successful businesses after hammering away at their grueling ESL jobs for a few years and getting back up on their feet.
I'm hoping I can break into something like this in China, as China seems to be more of a who-you-know networking place, building connections with Chinese that will give you the hook up, "guanxi", etc. On the other hand, I'm also contemplating going back to the US and finishing a degree. But honestly I'm having too much fun in China to do that at the moment, and couldn't really be bothered. I make decent money and save enough from my job. However, I still fucking loathe English teaching.
At this point, what could I do to ensure I'm on the right track so I can at least have a decent career in my 30s, assuming it's not too late?
I just read a ReturnofKings article where the author stated he was working in gas and oil in Indonesia, and his buddies were working in marketing and other industries. None of them have degrees. Some other bloggers I follow in China started their own successful businesses after hammering away at their grueling ESL jobs for a few years and getting back up on their feet.
I'm hoping I can break into something like this in China, as China seems to be more of a who-you-know networking place, building connections with Chinese that will give you the hook up, "guanxi", etc. On the other hand, I'm also contemplating going back to the US and finishing a degree. But honestly I'm having too much fun in China to do that at the moment, and couldn't really be bothered. I make decent money and save enough from my job. However, I still fucking loathe English teaching.
At this point, what could I do to ensure I'm on the right track so I can at least have a decent career in my 30s, assuming it's not too late?